OVNI - 1998 09 - September-October

Magazine Overview

This issue of OVNI, the Journal of the Phenomenon Research Association, from September/October 1998, covers a range of topics including UFO sightings, a significant death in the UFO research community, and a natural disaster with potential links to geological phenomena.

Co. Philip Corso Dies

The issue begins with the news of the sudden death of Colonel Philip J. Corso on July 16th at the age of 83. Corso was known for his controversial book 'The Day After Roswell,' which was the subject of a previous article in OVNI. He had reportedly revealed more about the Roswell incident to his son, Philip Jr., during his recovery from a heart attack. Philip Jr. stated that his father's life was dedicated to this work and intends to create a memorial plaque at the 'true crash site' of the 1947 Roswell UFO crash. The article reiterates Corso's claim that modern technological developments could be traced back to items from the Roswell crash, secretly fed to U.S. industry. It also mentions Corso's hint that 'Star Wars' technology was developed to counter alien UFO craft, not Russian rockets. The piece raises questions about whether Earth is engaging in conflict with alien visitors, citing 'Area 51' and the development of extraterrestrial craft. It touches upon the idea of numerous alien types visiting Earth and the possibility of 'friendly' and 'hostile' aliens, including those from Parallel Universes who can alter their vibrational state to enter our dimension. The article concludes by highlighting the helplessness of abductees facing 'mindscan' and manipulation.

The Queensland Power Failure: A Warning Of What Was To Come?

This section explores the sudden and complete power failure of four independent power cables along the East Coast of Australia in March 1998. While 'Alien Intervention' is considered, the article leans towards a geological explanation. It suggests that a series of minor earthquakes and earth fault lines running up the East Coast of Australia were responsible for fracturing the power cables simultaneously. These fault lines are noted to bisect Papua New Guinea, where a magnitude 7.0 earthquake occurred on July 17th, causing a disaster. The article acknowledges contributions from Mrs B. Pattison.

Attached to this section is a newspaper clipping from The Courier-Mail dated Saturday, July 25, 1998, titled 'Ripples in deep ocean become coastal killers.' This clipping details tsunamis, describing them as catastrophic waves generated by underwater movements from earthquakes or volcanic eruptions. It explains how tsunami waves, initially less than a meter high and traveling at up to 1000km/h in the open ocean, slow down and increase in height near the coast, potentially reaching 30m. Japanese researchers analyzing earthquake waves suggest the Papua New Guinea tsunami was part of a seismic chain reaction caused by a magnitude 7.0 tremor, creating a vertical crack in the Pacific tectonic plate. The clipping also notes that there was no warning for coastal villagers in northern PNG before a 10-meter wall of water hit.

UFO Activity On The Increase

This section reports a rise in UFO activity, with sightings of 'Boomerangs,' 'Jellyfish,' and 'Flying Triangles' after a quiet period. The bad weather had previously limited sightings, but clear skies led to a flood of reports.

Interview with Mr Derek Winfield & Mrs. Teresa Winfield of Ilkeston: 21-7-98

Mr. Derek Winfield and Mrs. Teresa Winfield reported a sighting of a large boomerang-shaped object over Ilkeston, Derbyshire, on July 20th, 1998, at approximately 11:15 pm. Mr. Winfield initially saw two white lights moving straight, unlike an aeroplane. As the object came closer, he noticed smaller, duller, amber-colored lights. Mrs. Winfield observed the object through binoculars, confirming its boomerang shape with pulsating bright white lights on the shape and smaller lights in between. They noted the object moved very slowly, without noise, and appeared 'floating.' An aeroplane was seen passing underneath it, appearing tiny in comparison. Mr. Winfield estimated the object's apparent size as '9" at arm's length,' emphasizing its considerable size. A sketch illustrates the object with 'morning longways' movement and 'white bright light.'

UFO Flap contd:

A report from Mr KR in Long Eaton, Notts., describes a boomerang-shaped object seen on July 27th, 1998, at 4:50 pm. Mr KR, an experienced UFO observer, stated the object was very large, stationary, and at a considerable altitude, estimated to be larger than three 'Jumbo' jets. The object was silver-grey, sharp, and glinting in the sun. After about 30-40 seconds, it shot off at 'rocket' speed in a NW direction. Mr KR's sketch depicts a stationary object with a silver-grey color, circular elements, and a pointed edge, noting it moved off 'like a Rocket.'

GLOWING JELLYFISH

Mr L. Booth of Shipley View, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, reported an incident on July 23rd, 1998. His younger son saw a fast-moving object on July 20th. Later that night, Mr Booth saw a very bright object. On July 23rd, at 1 am, he observed a large object similar to the one seen on Monday. Using binoculars, he saw an object with bright lights around the edge and multicoloured veins in the center, resembling a 'jellyfish.' He watched it for about 25 minutes before it disappeared. The following morning, he felt tired and had a headache.

UFO Flap Contd:

This section compares recent 'boomerang' sightings with a report from Antonio Ribera in Catalonia, Spain. The report, from December 5th, 1975, describes a sighting by three witnesses between Castellar del Vallès and Sentmenat. The object had blue-white and red lights and a big orange light, estimated at 200 meters height and 50 meters span. The direction of flight was indicated.

A FURTHER FT SIGHTING AT LONG EATON 13th July 0010hrs.

Mr Charles Calladine of Long Eaton, Notts., reported a sighting on July 13th, 1998. He described a very unusual bright light that lit up the sky, followed by a triangular-shaped object moving across the sky. He estimated it entered the Earth's atmosphere and descended to approximately 5,000ft in 5-6 seconds, questioning if any aircraft could achieve this speed. The object appeared black with white lights on each corner and was observed for about 30 seconds in clear, moonlit conditions. A sketch of the 'FT' (Flying Triangle) is included, with notes about its shape and movement.

UFO Flap Contd:

On May 23rd, 1998, at 8 am, Mr & Mrs. MJ of Somercotes, Alfreton, Derbyshire, observed a strange object travelling into view. The object was dark brown, shaped like two pyramids facing point to point, with vertical stripes. It exhibited subtle side-to-side and up-and-down movements. It remained in view for 1-2 minutes before moving behind trees. Mr. MJ noted it flew slowly southwards at the same height, with a 'bow-tie shaped' appearance. Mrs. MJ commented it was 'definitely not natural, but a machine of some sort.'

AN 'FT' SEEN IN EAST YORKSHIRE 3 AUGUST 1996

Mr & Mrs. E. Twigger reported a sighting on August 3rd, 1996, at about 10:30 pm, while driving between Bridlington and Beverley, East Yorkshire. They saw a large triangular shape, approximately 1/2 a mile up and 5 miles away, with three intense white lights at each angle joined by an electric blue/white line. The shape was described as several hundred feet high and a perfect triangle. The object remained static for a few moments, then moved rapidly, stopped, and reappeared alongside them. There was no sound. It then flashed and reappeared on the Eastern horizon, disappearing after stopping four times. The report emphasizes the triangular shape's lack of aerodynamic significance.

Thoughts on Abduction by Peterre

This article explores the theory that human abduction by aliens is linked to genetic engineering. The author posits that alien species might be propagating their genes by creating hybrid species on other planets, using genetic engineering techniques. This process, driven by natural selection, would favor genes for intelligence and motivation necessary for space travel and replication. The author suggests that abductees might be involved in this process, either as sources for genetic material or as parents to genetically engineered offspring who are then used for further breeding. The article draws parallels with Darwin's theory of natural selection and Richard Dawkins' 'The Selfish Gene.' It also considers the possibility that aliens might be enlisting human groups to assist them and explores a rival theory that DNA degenerates over time, requiring regeneration from other species.

The author questions the necessity of alien DNA regeneration if they possess advanced genetic engineering capabilities. The article concludes by suggesting that if this genetic engineering process is true, humanity should not be antagonistic, but rather seek to modify the treatment of abductees. It also contrasts this with the potential negative future of humanity left to its own devices, facing environmental destruction and warfare.

Letters to the Editor

Mary from Andover writes a letter emphasizing the importance of listening to those who claim to have been taken by 'Space Brothers.' She believes aliens are here to warn humanity about the terrible things being done to the Planet, highlighting human arrogance, cruelty to animals and children, and environmental destruction. She calls for a 'New Age' and suggests that Pyramids hold keys to the past and future, urging a focus on positive action and love.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this issue are UFO sightings and encounters, with a focus on detailed witness reports of various craft shapes and behaviors. The concept of alien intervention and its potential implications, including genetic engineering and abduction, is explored in depth. The magazine also touches upon natural disasters and their possible geological causes. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into unexplained phenomena, presenting witness accounts and theoretical discussions without definitive conclusions, but with a clear interest in the implications of extraterrestrial presence and advanced technology.

This issue of OVNI magazine, dated September 1998, focuses on crop circles, UFO sightings, and related phenomena, alongside articles on hypnotic regression and astronomy. The cover prominently features two large crop circle formations that appeared in Wiltshire, England, during July 1998.

Crop Circles in Wiltshire

The first article details the 'Poppy Flower' crop circle, which appeared near Beckhampton, Wiltshire, in July 1998. It is described as a very large pictogram, measuring 330ft across at its widest dimension, with a long tail composed of approximately 57 smaller circles, each 6ft in diameter. The overall length of this formation is estimated to be 1,560ft.

The second crop circle featured is the 'Dragonfly Larvae,' which appeared in wheat near West Woods, Lockeridge, Wiltshire, also during July 1998. This formation consists of a main circle approximately 80ft in diameter, four circles of 25ft diameter, and an additional 29 smaller circles of 6ft diameter.

Skywatch Diary: Abduction Phenomenon and Hypnotic Regression

Carole Baker's 'Skywatch Diary' from Pensacola, Florida, U.S.A., discusses the abduction phenomenon and the role of hypnotic regression. The article references Dr. Dan Overlade, a hypnotherapist involved in the Ed Walters' case, who was a psychologist and an advocate of hypnotic regression for abductees. A tribute from the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON) highlights Overlade's significant contribution to the UFO field and his elevation of hypnotherapy as a tool for clinicians. Overlade had addressed the local MUFON chapter in Pensacola in June 1989. Baker notes Overlade's emphasis on careful wording in hypnotic regression to avoid leading witnesses, comparing it to eyewitness accounts of car accidents. The article stresses that hypnosis is not a truth serum and that a hypnotized person can fabricate reports, which they may believe as reality, potentially resisting polygraph tests. However, hypnosis and truth serums can assist in recalling repressed memories, especially those associated with traumatic emotional experiences. The article suggests that the real value of hypnotic regression in solving the UFO puzzle lies in generating leads for physical evidence, rather than just collecting similar stories from multiple abductees.

The article also mentions Dr. John Mack, Ph.D., a Harvard professor and head of the PEER Institute in Boston, who published his book 'Abduction' in 1994. Dr. Mack is quoted as saying that abduction experiences are often very near the surface and pressing to be communicated, suggesting that hypnosis is not always necessary to elicit them, as the experiences can be re-lived almost immediately.

The Evening Sky: September 1998

This column, written by Walter Berg, provides an astronomical forecast for September 1998. Key events include the rising of the Harvest Moon on September 5th, described as a breathtaking sight appearing huge and golden when close to the horizon. Jupiter is highlighted as dominating the starry sky and being closest to Earth on September 15th. Saturn is mentioned as following Jupiter. Venus and Mercury are noted as twilight partners in the eastern sky in the first half of September, with Venus being the brightest. Mars is also visible at dawn. The Sun reaches the Autumn Equinox on September 22nd, marking the end of summer in the Northern Hemisphere.

The column also touches upon the concept of 'gravity waves' as ripples in the fabric of space and time, caused by events like star collisions and supernovae, which travel at the speed of light. The ultimate gravity wave detector is noted as awaiting construction.

Finally, the column offers a philosophical reflection on modern society's disconnection from nature, the pursuit of material artifacts leading to disillusionment, and the need to reconnect with natural rhythms. It encourages readers to seek darkness in the night to connect with universal energy.

The End of Quiet Contemplation

This editorial discusses a perceived decline in public spaces dedicated to quiet contemplation, such as museums and galleries. The author criticizes the trend of replacing traditional institutions with architecturally sleek, interactive 'Micro Theme Parks,' driven by a movement that seeks to end 'stodginess' and 'dreary corridors.' The editorial argues that this shift, influenced by the information superhighway and a preference for 'meaningless razzamatazz,' is damaging societal civility. It laments the loss of respect for authority and the transformation of museums from spaces of quiet reflection and wonder into venues for 'cheap thrills' and 'mindless entertainment.' The author contends that this trend leads to cynicism, a loss of nuance, and a 'hollow view of the world,' ultimately contributing to the 'enemy within' that destroys civilizations.

Tale Enders: UFO Activity Reports

This section compiles recent UFO sightings and related events. It highlights the intensity of UFO activity and recommends 'Flying Saucer Review' for investigators.

• French Fright: On August 9th, near Les Mayons, Provence, France, a 'circular light disc with a glowing centre' was observed, followed by more discs and a C130 aircraft.
• Huge FT Flies Over N.E. France: On August 10th and 13th, witnesses in Sedan and Carignan, France, reported sightings of a Flying Triangle (FT) descending from high altitude, featuring a bright white light and two red rear lights, with smaller lights forming an arrowhead shape on its underside.
• FT Over The W. Midlands: On July 18th, a silver Flying Triangle was seen travelling silently from East to West in the W. Midlands, England, at approximately 1,000ft without navigation lights.
• Project FT: Information is provided about 'Project FT,' an initiative involving over 30 UFO investigation groups, with a website for 'Flying Triangles' details.
• Black FT Seen in Oklahoma: On June 21st, 1998, in Oklahoma, U.S.A., a small black rectangle, later identified as triangular, was observed moving towards witnesses at a speed of 40-50mph. It was estimated to be 1.5 miles wide, with no lights or sound, though wind was noted.
• Triangular UFO Over Sedona, Arizona: On July 15th, a triangular UFO, described as several times larger than an airliner, with bright white lights at each corner, was seen over Sedona, Arizona, U.S.A.
• Elliptical Ring: An elliptical ring was sighted over Grantham, Lincs., England, on July 27th, rotating clockwise.
• Hull UFO Society Report: A report from the Hull UFO Society's April magazine mentions mysterious lights and a triangular craft seen in East Yorkshire on October 7th, 1997.

Conferences and Meetings

Announcements are made for several upcoming events:

• Cornwall U.F.O. Research Group Conference: August 29th at Truro College, Cornwall.
• Centre for Crop Circle Studies Day Conference: September 12th at Dr. Johnson House, Birmingham.
• LAPIS Conference: November 14-15 at Lowther Pavilion, Blackpool.
• P.R.A. Meeting Dates: September 29th and October 27th in Derby.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The magazine consistently covers UFO sightings, crop circles, and related phenomena, often presenting anecdotal evidence and witness testimonies. There is a clear interest in investigating the unexplained, with a focus on detailed reports of sightings and formations. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry into these subjects, providing a platform for researchers and enthusiasts. The inclusion of articles on hypnotic regression suggests an exploration of psychological aspects related to abduction experiences, while the astronomy column indicates a broader interest in the skies. The editorial on 'Quiet Contemplation' suggests a critical view of modern societal trends and a concern for the preservation of thoughtful reflection.